Since 1909. A Legacy of Connection.
From humble beginnings to employee ownership, our story is about connecting communities.
Our journey began in 1909 with a few miles of copper wire and a dream: to outfit the farmers and ranchers in the small community of Midvale, Idaho with a newfangled technology called the telephone. That pioneering spirit remains the same: bringing life-altering telecommunications services to places it's never been before.
From Copper to Fiber
Our Beginnings
In the late 1980s, Lane Williams began a transformation that would reshape rural connectivity across Idaho and Arizona. With remarkable persistence, he worked for four years with the corporation commission to gain approval for expanding service to unserved areas. His vision wasn't just about business growth, it was about using technology to enhance rural communities that others had overlooked.
Lane's unique combination of intelligence and determination drove him to find innovative solutions for rural connectivity. A voracious reader with an remarkable memory, he continually sought out new ways to serve communities better. While some may have seen him as complicated, his kindness and commitment to improving lives through technology left an indelible mark on the communities we serve today.
Decades of Progress
Growing Together